These days, new shows and movies are released on Netflix every day. There is something new in every category, be it comedy, thriller, suspense, or fantasy.
But the problem is that it is difficult to understand “which is the best” among so many options. To clear this confusion, we have shared the top 5 most-watched movies and shows from Netflix’s official list (2025).
This list includes some of the latest releases and some shows that, despite being a bit old, are still people’s favourites. So if you are looking for something amazing to watch for the weekend, then this list is perfect for you.
5] The Woman in Cabin 10 (Suspense Thriller)
If you like the suspense and thriller genre, then this movie is made for you. The story revolves around a journalist who gets an invitation to write an article on a luxury cruise. Everything is going on normally until one night she hears a woman scream.
When she looks, someone from Cabin 10 has fallen into the ocean. But everyone tells her she saw something wrong. After that she starts her own investigation and discovers a dark mystery hidden inside the cruise.
This film is a combination of both suspense and mind games. Every scene keeps you on the edge.
Available on: Netflix (with Hindi subtitles)
4] The Twits (Animated Dark Comedy)
The name suggests it might be for children, but this animated movie is more suited for adults. The story is about Mr. and Mrs. Twit, the world’s most filthy and strange people. They have no sense of cleanliness, humanity or politeness.
He builds a park, but ruins it with his stupidity. When the government bans them, both of them together make a plan to take revenge from the entire city and the government. In the story, two children from an orphanage also fight against them.
The animation is in a different style and the story feels a bit dark comedy. If you like weird and crazy content then you can try this.
Available on: Netflix (Official Release 2025)
3] Vacation (Comedy Road Trip Movie)
If you want humor and a little family fun, Vacation is the perfect movie. The story is about a simple man Rusty who plans to recreate his old family trip.
He rents an automatic futuristic car and goes on a road trip with his family. But as it happens, everything starts going wrong. Car breakdown, wrong routes, creepy hotel, and one funny situation after another.
Every scene of this movie seems relatable, as if something like this has happened to all of us at some point or the other. If you like light-hearted comedy like The Hangover then this film is a must-watch.
Available on: Netflix (Hindi dubbed version available)
2] Raghvan (Indian Film – Fake Degree Story)
This is a strong entry from Indian cinema. The story is about a boy named Raghavan who is the class topper but his life completely changes after he is rejected in love.
At the girl’s insistence, he becomes a “bad boy”, leaves college, and gets involved in hooliganism. When he does not get a job, he arranges for a fake degree and takes his life to a new level. But as the story progresses, a twist occurs that shakes his world.
This movie shows how a small thing can change the direction of a person’s life. The story is realistic and the acting is amazing.
Available on: Netflix (India)
1] The Perfect Neighborhood (Netflix Documentary)
The most shocking entry in this list is this documentary. It starts like a normal love story a man becomes friendly with his new neighbour. But gradually the story takes a dark and disturbing direction.
It’s more of a psychological and emotional roller-coaster than you might think. According to the host, this documentary is addictive and will keep you in shock till the end. But yes, if you are not in the habit of watching documentaries then it may seem a bit heavy the first time.
Available on: Netflix (Global Release)
Last Words
So this was Netflix’s official list of the top 5 most-watched movies and shows of 2025. Each movie is the best in its genre for suspense, try The Woman in Cabin 10, for comedy, try Vacation, and for something dark and mind-blowing, try The Perfect Neighborhood.
The content on Netflix never ends, but the time is limited. So if you want to watch something quality over the weekend, pick any of these five entertainment is guaranteed.